Course descriptions

Discipline of Health Sciences

• Level 1 courses: HLTH Health Sciences (1000 level)

  HLTH1000 Human Structure and Function
  Specifically, this course will examine the structural organisation of cells and tissues and the functioning of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems in the support of life and movement. Students will also identify anatomical and physiological characteristics and features within each system that that are important in understanding the control and support of movement.

  HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health
  Physical Activity and Health explores the mounting evidence about the importance of physical activity to health across the lifespan. It addresses current health statistics for different groups in the Australian population and it examines the implications for health promotion strategies that target both individuals and the whole community. A particular focus will be on how health promotion initiatives are achieved through the creation of partnerships between non-government and government sectors. Guest speakers will present examples of community health promotion campaigns that encourage lifestyle change to being physically active.

  HLTH1004 Well-Being Fundamentals for Success
  This course involves three modules: Physical Well-being; educates students in the theory and practice of achieving and maintaining physical health, including the research literature supporting the effect of exercise, nutrition and sleep in improving health outcomes and preventing disease. Mental Well-being; educates students regarding the theory and evidence based practises for maintaining mental well-being, including identifying stress and effective strategies for stress management. Personal Development; develops skills that can benefit everyday life as well as professional life including interpersonal communication, emotional intelligence, leadership skills, time management, presentation skills and social media management. The course will include a combination of workshops and practical activities to develop students’ knowledge and skills that can be implemented in their personal and professional life.

  HLTH1005 Cellular Biology and Genetics
  In this course, students will develop foundational knowledge regarding cell and molecular biology and how it contributes to cellular and organism function. This course will cover topics such as the molecular structure, organisation and functioning of the cell, and introduce students to the importance of cell division, communication and application to human health. This course will cover the role of major macromolecules within cells, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. In addition, emphasis will be given to understanding DNA replication, regulation of gene transcription, protein synthesis and protein function. The laboratory component of this course will provide students fundamental skills in molecular and cellular biology and allow for the interpretation of scientific results.

  HLTH1006 Health Issues and Preventative Approaches
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1150 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences AND HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health 
  This course will explore the Social View of Health, the Social Justice Framework and the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion as pathways for exploring priority health issues. The course will place emphasis on the identification and investigation of contemporary and dynamic health issues including obesity, diabetes, depression, drug use, road traffic trauma; hepatitis C and teenage pregnancy. Students will also critically analyse a range of current and past health promotion programs including 'Beyond Blue'; 'Quit'; 'Smarter than Smoking'; 'Be Active Every Day'; 'Find 30'; and '5 Veg and 2 Fruit', including workplace health policy.

  HLTH1007 Human Growth & Development
  This course will develop the knowledge and understanding of how age, gender and developmental stages may each influence the individual’s exercise capacity and motivation to participate in regular physical activity, and how physical activity in turn may influence growth and development. Resistance and endurance training principles for children, adolescents and the older adult will be covered. The unit will investigate changes that occur across the lifespan.

  HLTH1008 Exercise Health and Disease
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health
  This course addresses the interaction between physical activity/exercise, health status and chronic disease risk. Students will examine the pathophysiology of common chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, obesity, arthritis, and mental illness. Further, students will be equipped with knowledge of the relevant special considerations and modifications to physical activity/exercise interventions when assisting individuals with chronic disease, for the adoption of safe, appropriate, and effective physical activity/exercise habits. Students will also learn about behaviour change strategies alongside lifestyle and exercise counselling skills for optimising lifelong adherence to physical activity/exercise.

  HLTH1010 Applications of Functional Anatomy to Physical Education
  Title changed to Functional Anatomy for Human Movement from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1000 Human Structure and Function
  This course will examine the structural characteristics of the human body as they relate to performance and physical activity. Specifically the course will examine joint and muscle architecture, body shape, size, proportionality and composition as well as flexibility, muscular strength and power, and how these variables influence human performance. Students will develop skills that will permit the accurate measurement and assessment of physical capacity and understand how these relate to the identification of strategies designed to improve physical performance. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to develop assessment skills and identify appropriate strategies designed to optimise human performance.

  HLTH1012 Research and Writing in Exercise Science
  This course provides the concepts and skills needed to obtain and use information effectively in the field of exercise science. The emphasis is on the location and use of information sources covered including electronic databases and the Internet. Students will learn how to disseminate relevent information from sourced information and understand the research methods used to identify practical implications.The course will provide knowledge and skills to complete the tasks required for academic writing and research.

  HLTH1013 Functional Exercise Anatomy Application
  This course will examine the human anatomy and function of the musculoskeletal system and other body physiology systems including, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems in the support of life and movement. Students will also understand how the anatomical and physiological characteristics and features within each system respond and adapt to exercise and physical activity for healthy individuals.

  HLTH1014 Health and Exercise Performance Testing
  This course will enable students to develop knowledge of the battery of anthropometric and physical tests available for human performance assessment, as well as performing health risk screening and appraisal techniques specific to exercise programmes for healthy individuals. These include measures of strength, endurance, sub maximal and maximal fitness testing and athlete profiling. Students will be able to identify which assessments are required for individuals with different exercise goals in the promotion of health and fitness.

  HLTH1015 Fundamentals of Exercise Programming
  This course will enable students to learn how to write an individualised exercise program to meet those needs. Students will be shown the fundamentals of exercise prescription and delivery to provide a basic program for healthy individuals.Concepts of progression and program modification will be identified.

  HLTH1016 Performance methods in exercise and sport science
  Exercise physiology and biomechanics are the two key focus areas of exercise science. This course will allow students to explore the physiological responses to exercise as well as the constraints that physics principles have on human performance when attempting to improve performance or limit injury. Students will develop an understanding of the methods used in both fields of study along with exploring data analysis techniques to enhance athlete potential.

  HLTH1018 Technology and data analysis in exercise and sport science
  Modern technology is now commonplace in exercise and sport providing valuable information regarding performance to sports scientists and coaching professionals. To collect, analyse, identify, and effectively disseminate data gained from available technology is a highly desirable skill. Students who possess data analytics skills have an advantage in today’s world where the ability to monitor and forecast performance is vital.
  This course will enable students to identify the most effective forms of technology used in sport and equip them with a basic understanding of data management, statistics, and presentation.

  HLTH1020 Exercise and Healthy Living
  Exercise and Healthy Living investigates how physical activity and health lifestyle choices are important across the lifespan focusing particularly on strategies used to prolong physical activity involvement as we age. Current health statistics are examined, which for varying groups of Australians can influence the implications and promotion of health strategies in the community. Successful health promotion initiatives encouraging healthy lifestyles are explored as are partnerships within community groups, government and non-government sectors in this area.

  HLTH1022 Chronic Disease and Exercise ManagementThis course addresses how physical activity affects health status and the risks associated with chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, obesity, arthritis, and mental illness. Students will examine the physiological processes of common chronic conditions and how physical activity/exercise may need to be adapted to ensure that it can be completed safely in populations experiencing chronic health conditions. Students will also learn about behaviour change strategies for optimising lifelong adherence to physical activity/exercise.

  HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1000 Human Structure and Function
  This course is designed to complement other courses in human anatomy and physiology that are offered in the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences and Bachelor of Physiotherapy programs.  Students will undertake study in the basic constituents of intra- and intercellular fluids, the gross and microscopic anatomy and physiology of the urinary system, the structure and function of the gastrointestinal system, and understand the mechanisms underlying their regulation.  In addition, you will examine the structure and function of the endocrine and reproductive systems and the systems associated with the sensory phenomena such as sight, hearing, taste, and smell.

  HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1000 Human Structure and Function
  This course will examine the physiological responses that occur as a result of exposure to acute or chronically imposed exercise conditions. Students will develop an understanding of the exercise response and the associated benefits that will subsequently impact on the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle, optimise training adaptation for sports participation and assist in disease prevention. Students will become familiar with and be able to apply assessment protocols that report the health and fitness status of school children and adults. This knowledge will provide the skills enabling the student to apply the principles of exercise and the associated benefits in promoting concepts of healthy lifestyle and in the training and preparation for sports participation. Laboratory activities will enable the student to observe and interpret the exercise response and to apply appropriate strategies that will promote health and well being as a consequence of exercise.

  HLTH1150 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences
  Information literacy is the capacity to know when you need information, what sort you need, where to find it, and how to evaluate and organise it.  This course is designed to provide the concepts and skills needed to obtain and use information effectively.  The emphasis is on the location and use of information sources covered in the field of Health Sciences, but the strategies learned can be used in any subject area. Major information sources covered include the library, electronic databases and the Internet.  The course will provide knowledge and skills to complete the tasks required for academic writing and research.

  HLTH1201 Physical Performance Laboratory I
  This course is designed to introduce students to those skill activities appropriate for primary and lower secondary students. There are three streams – Athletics, Fundamental Movement Skills and Swimming.

  • The Athletics component provides students with the knowledge and skills to design, implement and conduct an athletics program in either a primary or secondary environment. The theoretical knowledge of specific technical cues for each track and field event are combined with practical teaching and planning for specific event groups.
  • The Fundamental Movement Skills component will develop basic movement observation and analysis coupled with individual, partner and group activities which can be used to develop these skills in children.  Students will plan, invent, participate in and instruct games to peers in class.
  • Swimming will cover content relevant for teaching learners to swim and lifesaving, including the Bronze Medallion.

  HLTH1202 Physical Performance Laboratory II
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1201 Physical Performance Laboratory 1  (BHPE Students only)
  This course furthers the work introduced in HLTH1201.  The course is designed to assist prospective teachers in furthering the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values necessary for the successful implementation of Health and Physical Education programmes in schools.    The three components of this course will examine aspects of Fundamental Movement Skills, Modified Games and Gymnastics to assist students in providing children with a balanced and rich Physical Education curriculum experience.  The development of teaching skills will be covered together with planning for lesson content and delivery.
  A significant component of this course is directed towards developing the students physical activity and movement repertoire though practical experience. Therefore, students are expected to participate in all activities. It is also expected for students to maintain a record of all in-class activities and handouts for the further development of their Health and Physical Education Resource File.

  HLTH1420 Human Growth and Development
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024 
  This course will develop the knowledge and understanding of how age, gender and developmental stages may each influence the individual's exercise capacity and motivation to participate in regular physical activity, and how physical activity in turn may influence growth and development. Resistance and endurance training principles for children, adolescents and the older adult will be covered. The course will investigate changes that occur across the lifespan.

  HLTH1508 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 1A
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in sports clubs and recreation centres. Students will be required to complete three Industry Practica throughout the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management degree. Depending on the industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as sports promotion, event administration, sport/recreation development and sport/recreation management. The course is available only to Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students.  Students gain the relevant certifications that will ready the student to engage in safe practice and are also required by the Sport and Recreation Management Industries where employees work as a recreation or management professional. Accordingly, the basis of the preliminary industry practicum for Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students is to gain current certifications in Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). 
  Including these certifications, students are to complete 50 hours work practicum in a workplace approved by the course coordinator.

  HLTH1509 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 1B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1508 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 1A
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in sports clubs and recreation centres. Students will be required to complete three Industry Practica throughout the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management degree. Depending on the industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as sports promotion, event administration, sport/recreation development and sport/recreation management. The course is available only to Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students.  Students gain the relevant certifications that will ready the student to engage in safe practice and are also required by the Sport and Recreation Management Industries where employees work as a recreation or management professional. Accordingly, the basis of the preliminary industry practicum for Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students is to gain current certifications in Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
  Including these certifications, students are to complete 50 hours work practicum in a workplace approved by the course coordinator.

• Level 2 courses: HLTH Health Sciences (2000 level)

  HLTH2000 Motor Control, Development and Learning
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: BESC1110 Developmental Psychology or Equivalent
  This course will introduce students to theories and principles that apply to motor skill acquisition across the lifespan. Basic neural and cognitive control processes underpinning skilled movement will be introduced.  Lecture and laboratory activities will contrast motor program theory and dynamic pattern theory in evaluating developmental constraints (person factors), analysing the nature of skill to be learned (task factors), and in manipulating practice variables (learning environment factors) to facilitate skill acquisition.

  HLTH2002 Cellular and Systems Neuroscience
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1000 Human Structure & Function OR HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
  Cellular & Systems Neuroscience encompasses the study of the central and peripheral nervous system. We explore neuroscience from the level of ion channels, receptors and cell signalling, through to system level topics of sensory perception, homeostasis, visceral motor control, and enteric regulation.

  HLTH2003 Developmental and Reproductive Biology
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
  This course is designed to introduce to students fundamental concepts of basic and clinical reproductive biology. Students will undertake study in early embryonic development including genetic determinants and sexual differentiation through to adult reproductive life, pregnancy, lactation and menopause. The common abnormalities and disease processes affecting the reproductive system will be addressed. There will be emphasis on recent advances in reproduction in areas such as laboratory procedures, prenatal testing, immunology and molecular biology of reproduction. The bioethical problems surrounding issues such as stem cell research and reproductive technology will be discussed.

  HLTH2004 Cellular and Systems Neuroscience
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
  This course is designed to introduce students to fundamental concepts in general and systemic pathology. Students will undertake study in cell and tissue injury and the body's reaction to injury. The biological processes associated with ageing and neoplasia will be discussed. The applications of the core concepts of general pathology such as necrosis, cellular adaptation, inflammation and thrombosis will be addressed in systemic pathology.

  HLTH2005 Preventative Health Industry Internship 1
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development and health promotion areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Preventive Health will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Preventive Health course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of specific programs or projects, health promotion or community development. This experiential course is completed in the health industry with work placement being under supervision of a health promotion professional. The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or community seminars, or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2006 Preventative Health Industry Internship 2
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2005 Preventive Health Industry Internship 1
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development and health promotion areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Preventive Health will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Preventive Health course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of specific programs or projects, health promotion or community development. This experiential course is completed in the health industry with work placement being under supervision of a health promotion professional. The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or community seminars, or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2007 Population Approaches to Health Promotion
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1006 Health issues and Preventative Approaches
  This course will build on the study of the theory of health promotion frameworks and strategies explored in HLTH1620 by applying these to the practice of health promotion at the individual and community levels. Students will explore the use sponsorship, mass media and small group interaction as tools for health promotion. The course will place emphasis on the emerging philosophy of providing supportive environments and creating opportunities for building resilience, through which individual and community health can be optimized. Students will study and apply methods to plan, implement, manage and evaluate health promotion programs targeted to specific at risk groups. Guest lecturers will present case studies of current health promotion campaigns for critical appraisal.

  HLTH2008 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2A
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1507 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 1B
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the outdoor education and outdoor recreation industry. Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry based practicum during their second year of study. Students will participate in a variety of activities, programs and expeditions run by schools, private outdoor recreation and education centres, government and non government organisations. This experiential course is completed in the recreation industry with work placement being under the supervision of outdoor recreation professionals. The objectives in continuing industry practicum are that students maintain the relevant certifications required by industry standards to engage in safe practice. Accordingly, students need to maintain current certifications in: Aquatic Rescue Qualification (ARQ) or equivalent and Wilderness First Aid. Students enrolled in the course as part of the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. The course is available only to Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students.

  HLTH2009 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2B
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2008 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2A
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the outdoor education and outdoor recreation industry. Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students will participate in a variety of activities, programs and expeditions run by schools, private outdoor recreation and education centres, government and non government organisations. This experiential course is completed in the recreation industry with work placement being under the supervision of outdoor recreation professionals. The objectives in continuing industry practicum are that students maintain the relevant certifications required by industry standards to engage in safe practice. Accordingly, students need to maintain current certifications in: Aquatic Rescue Qualification (ARQ) or equivalent and Wilderness First Aid. Students enrolled in the course as part of the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. The course is available only to Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students.

  HLTH2010 Expeditions on Land
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1920 Introduction to Teaching and Learning in an Experiential Context AND HLTH1930 Basic Expedition Skills
  Students will develop the theoretical understanding and practical skills associated with white water kayaking, Canadian canoeing and sea kayaking. This course will require the application of basic expedition skills and empower students with the ability to successfully plan a safe and effective water-based expedition.

  HLTH2011 Expeditions on Water
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1920 Introduction to Teaching and Learning in an Experential Context AND HLTH1930 Basic Expedition Skills
  Students will develop the theoretical understanding and practical skills associated with white water kayaking, Canadian canoeing and sea kayaking. This course will require the application of basic expedition skills and empower students with the ability to successfully plan a safe and effective water-based expedition.

  HLTH2012 Introduction to Roping and Challenge Courses
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2010 Expeditions on Land AND HLTH2011 Expeditions on Water
  This course will develop basic roping knowledge and skills required for artificial and natural surfaces. Roping knowledge will include an understanding of equipment associated with climbing and abseiling. Skills will include: knot tying, rope coiling, anchor construction, belay construction and operation, ropes course construction and operation, climbing and abseiling technique and basic rescue techniques.

  HLTH2013 Motor Control Development and Learning
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1010 Functional Anatomy for Human Movement
  This course will introduce students to theories and principles that apply to motor skill acquisition across the lifespan. Basic neural and cognitive control processes underpinning skilled movement will be introduced. Lecture and laboratory activities will examine common theoretical perspectives and evidence-based research to explain motor control and skill acquisition.

  HLTH2014 Psychological Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health
  This course will develop an understanding of ways psychological variables such as motivation, self-efficacy, perceived competence, and anxiety can affect an individual's participation in, and enjoyment of physical activity. The impact of psychological factors on adherence to exercise will be examined from different theoretical perspectives and evidence-based research.

  HLTH2015 Physiology of Training and Environmental Extremes
  Pre-requisites:  HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will develop an understanding of training responses and the principles of physical conditioning and the development of fitness through regular exercise. Knowledge of the training stimulus and responses related to gender and age differences will also be developed. A detailed understanding of thermoregulation and the consequences of exercise and training in environmental extremes will also be developed. Considerations and principles in developing a training calendar for athletes and coaches will be addressed. Students will also develop knowledge and understanding of the value and principles of athlete assessment in processes of performance enhancement.

  HLTH2016 Principles of Strength and Conditioning
  Pre-requisites:  HLTH1010 Functional Anatomy for Human Movement
  Students will develop a detailed knowledge of human musculoskeletal anatomy as it relates to functional capability and economy of movement. Students will also know and understand the fundamentals of strength training, lifting techniques and training responses and the principles of programme design for the effective application of weight training for developing strength and endurance in gymnasium and sports contexts.

  HLTH2017 Health, Fitness and Performance Assessment
  Pre-requisites:  HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will develop the knowledge and ability to perform health risk screening and appraisal techniques specific to exercise programmes for health and wellness and sub maximal and maximal fitness testing and athlete profiling. Students will also develop effective practical skills in the presentation of key health screening initiatives and the promotion of wellness within the community.

  HLTH2018 Exercise Biomechanics
  Pre-requisites:  HLTH1010 Functional Anatomy for Human Movement
  This course will examine the kinematic and kinetic variables that impact on movement during physical activity and sport. Additionally, the course will examine the forces acting on and applied by the body that may determine movement outcomes and identify factors and teaching implications that promote efficiency of movement. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to relate theoretical components to applied situations that will assist in the development of teaching strategies and appropriate skills practices.

  HLTH2100 Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1150 - Academic Research & Writing in Health Sciences AND BESC1000 - Developmental Psychology AND BESC1110 - Developmental Psychology – Health Sciences OR HLTH1001 - Physical Activity & Health
  This course will develop an understanding of ways psychological variables such as motivation, self-efficacy, perceived competence, body image and anxiety can affect an individual's participation in, and enjoyment of physical activity.  The impact of societal structures and the social significance of sport and physical activity will be examined from different theoretical perspectives.

  HLTH2200 Physiology of Training and Environmental Extremes
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 - Exercise Physiology OR Equivalent
  This course will develop an understanding of training responses and the principles of physical conditioning and the development of fitness through regular exercise. Knowledge of the training stimulus and responses related to gender and age differences will also be developed. A detailed understanding of thermoregulation and the consequences of exercise and training in environmental extremes will also be developed. Considerations and principles in developing a training calendar for athletes and coaches will be addressed. Students will also develop knowledge and understanding of the value and principles of athlete assessment in processes of performance enhancement.

  HLTH2203 Physical Performance Lab 3
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1202 Physical Performance Laboratory II (BHPE students only)
  The activities included in this course are those appropriate for teaching primary and lower secondary school children.  There are three streams: Modified Games (2); Gymnastics and Dance (2)

  • Modified Games (2) will introduce students to the modified versions of the major team sports of our culture.  Students will build on the skills of teaching developed in HLTH1202, including lesson planning, and Management and Instructional Task systems.
  • Gymnastics will cover the general principles for teaching gymnastics in a school setting.  Students will investigate and experience the main dominant movement patterns which are the building blocks for more complex skills and efficient body control.
  • Dance (2) will explore movement activities in relation to language arts, visual arts, music and drama that highlight the value, joy and expression of movement to children’s understanding of their own being. Students will investigate the dance elements and curriculum outcomes and apply these to dance making and other practical classroom activities for both primary and secondary students. It will be a personal journey that raises the student’s awareness of their own creativity, the diversity of dance in the community and the cross-curricular linkages in education.

  HLTH2204 Physical Performance Lab 4
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2203 Physical Performance Laboratory III (BHPE Students only)
  This course will examine the main-theme Physical Education curriculum models with Sport Education in Physical Education Program (SEPEP) and Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) being the focus models. SEPEP introduces a student centred, inclusive approach within situated learning theory. In this approach, the physical educator moves “off centre stage” and becomes a facilitator as students become engaged in the managerial and instructional leadership roles in the context of a focus sport.  Teaching Games for Understanding is a process of teaching strategic and tactical awareness through modified games.

  HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  Pre-requisite: SCIE1000 Introduction to Chemistry AND HLTH1005 Cellular Biology and Genetics
  This course is designed to introduce to the students fundamental concepts in Biochemistry and the molecular basis of life.  Students will undertake study in the structures and functions of carbohydrate, lipid, protein, nucleotide and their metabolism.  The concept of bioenergetics will be introduced in intermediary metabolism and the kinetics of enzymatic reaction in enzymology. There will be an emphasis on applied biochemistry in the integration of metabolism.  The course will be delivered by lectures, practicals and tutorials.  Assessments will include tutorial questions, written assignment, practical report and a final written examination.

  HLTH2270 Data Analysis and Experimental Design
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1150 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences (or equivalent)
  This course provides an introduction to the iterative nature of scientific investigation. Students will gain a greater understanding of experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of results in research. Basic statistical analyses will be covered; hypothesis development, central tendency, probability, analysis of variance, correlation, regression significance testing and non-parametric statistics. Students will become familiar with the statistical package SPSS.

  HLTH2300 Microbiology
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1005 Cellular Biology and Genetics OR BIOL1250 Molecular & Cell Biology (BIOL1250 only for Arts & Sciences students undertaking a major or minor in Biology)
  This course is an introduction to the principles of microbiology and to the clinical, environmental and economic significance of micro organisms, focusing primarily on bacteria, viruses and fungi. The course provides an understanding of bacterial metabolism, nutrition & growth requirements and how they are applied in the cultivation, control and differentiation of bacteria. Special attention is paid to the role and significance of different classes of bacteria in human infections. The course includes a laboratory component that develops techniques for the safe and proficient microscopic, cultural and molecular examination and manipulation of bacteria.

  HLTH2410 Principles of Strength and Conditioning
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1010 Applications of Functional Anatomy to Physical Education
  Students will develop a detailed knowledge of human musculoskeletal anatomy as it relates to functional capability and economy of movement. Students will also know and understand the fundamentals of strength training, lifting techniques and training responses and the principles of programme design for the effective application of weight training for developing strength and endurance in gymnasium and sports contexts.

  HLTH2412 Exercise Prescription & Delivery
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2410 Principles of Strength and Conditioning, HLTH2520 Health, Fitness and Performance Assessment
  With the knowledge and skills developed in the pre-requisite courses, students will apply the principles of health assessment and strength & conditioning in developing and delivering justified exercise programmes for various individual and groups needs, for both general health and sports performance. Students will have access to various modern exercise modalities to show initiative and innovation in programme design. On completion of this course students will be able to instruct and supervise individuals or groups confidently for correct exercise technique and safety, and plan for longitudinal exercise programme design.

  HLTH2504 Health Promotion Industry Practicum 2A
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1505 Health Promotion Industry Practicum 1B
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development and health promotion areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Preventive Health will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Preventive Health course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of specific programs or projects, health promotion or community development. This experiential course is completed in the health industry with work placement being under supervision of a health promotion professional. The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or community seminars, or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2505 Health Promotion Industry Practicum 2B
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2504 Health Promotion Industry  Practicum 2A
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development and health promotion areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Preventive Health will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Preventive Health course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of specific programs or projects, health promotion or community development. This experiential course is completed in the health industry with work placement being under supervision of a health promotion professional. The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or community seminars, or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2506 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum A
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  The aim of HLTH2506 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in health clubs and community exercise settings. Students studying the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as health and fitness assessments and exercise prescription for apparently healthy populations. This course is completed as part of the practicum requirements for accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and requires 100hrs of supervised practicum, which can be either or a combination of Exercise Assessment/Prescription/Delivery (EAPD) or Exercise Science hours. Practicum hours may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement- for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2507 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2506 Exercise & Sport Science Industry Practicum A
  The aim of HLTH2506/7 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in health clubs and community exercise settings. Students studying the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as health and fitness assessments and exercise prescription for apparently healthy populations. This course is completed as part of the practicum requirements for accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and requires 100hrs of supervised practicum, which can be either or a combination of Exercise Assessment/Prescription/Delivery (EAPD) or Exercise Science hours. Practicum hours may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement- for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year.

  HLTH2510 Exercise Health and Disease
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health
  This course considers the recently announced National Health Priorities of the Federal Government in relation to the interactions between physical activity, health status and disease risk factors. The course reviews in greater depth  common risk factors for ill health and chronic diseases such as obesity, insulin intolerance, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis and coronary artery disease and the implications for physical activity involvement by  people with these conditions. Students will be equipped with knowledge to determine appropriate modifications to exercise interventions and the precautions to apply when assisting people with chronic conditions to adopt safe and appropriate exercise habits in maintaining health and wellness. Students will also learn about effective communication and counselling skills in the presentation of key health screening initiatives and the promotion of wellness within the community.

  HLTH2511 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 2A
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1509 Sport & Rec Management Industry Practicum 1B
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in sport and recreation areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as event management, sport development, marketing and public relations.
  The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The course is available only to Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students.

  HLTH2512 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 2B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2511 Sport & Rec Management Industry Practicum 2A
  The aim of this course is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in sport and recreation areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management course are required to complete 100 hours in an approved area. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as event management, sport development, marketing and public relations.
  The course may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The course is available only to Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students.

  HLTH2520 Health, Fitness and Performance Assessment
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will develop the knowledge and ability to perform health risk screening and appraisal techniques specific to exercise programmes for health and wellness and sub maximal and maximal fitness testing and athlete profiling. Students will also develop effective practical skills in the presentation of key health screening initiatives and the promotion of wellness within the community.

  HLTH2620 Population Approaches to Health Promotion.              
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1620 Health Issues and Preventive Approaches
  This course will build on the study of the theory of health promotion frameworks and strategies explored in HLTH1620 by applying these to the practice of health promotion at the individual and community levels. Students will explore the use sponsorship, mass media and small group interaction as tools for health promotion. The course will place emphasis on the emerging philosophy of providing supportive environments and creating opportunities for building resilience, through which individual and community health can be optimized. Students will study and apply methods to plan, implement, manage and evaluate health promotion programs targeted to specific at risk groups. Guest lecturers will present case studies of current health promotion campaigns for critical appraisal.

• Level 3 courses: HLTH Health Sciences (3000 level)

  HLTH3000 Health Education Method 1 
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1620 Health Issues and Preventive Approaches
  (B Health & Physical Education and B Health Promotion students only)
  This course will explore issues that significantly impact on the social, physical and emotional health of school aged youth in Western Australia. The course will place emphasis on the methodology involved in the delivery of health education as well as developing a sound knowledge base about current health issues linked with the curriculum framework and student outcomes in health. Students will address broad mental health issues such as self esteem, resilience and bullying and drug education, especially tobacco, alcohol and analgesic use. Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore and familiarise themselves with health programs, projects and resources that are available in Western Australia and that significantly influence the nature health education teaching in schools.

  HLTH3001 Integrated Practice in Exercise and Sport Science
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1150 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences, HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health, HLTH1420 Human Growth and Development, HLTH1000 Human Structure and Function, HLTH1010 Applications of Functional Anatomy to Physical Education, HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology, HLTH2200 Physiology of Training and Environmental Extremes, HLTH2410 Principles of Strength and Conditioning, HLTH2510 Exercise Health and Disease, HLTH2270 Data Analysis and Experimental Design, HLTH2000 Motor Control Development and Learning, HLTH2520 Health, Fitness and Performance Assessment, HLTH3401 Exercise Biomechanics, HLTH2100 Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity, HLTH2506 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum A, HLTH2507 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum B, HLTH3210 Exercise Physiology for Special Populations, HLTH3410 Advanced Biomechanics, HLTH3510 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Internship A
  This is the capstone course of the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science. The reflection and application of previous program content will allow students to develop an integrated, multifaceted understanding of exercise and sport science in both a clinical and performance setting. Successful completion of this course will see students apply their knowledge to case study-based assessment which reflects their understanding of important compulsory courses including exercise physiology, biomechanics, and strength and conditioning to guide a best-practice industry application.

  HLTH3002 Biomedical Science Practicum A 
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  This course is designed to develop practical and theoretical skills that will enable students to work as a Biomedical Scientist. Students are required to complete 150 hours of practicum work in an approved area related to Biomedical Science. The Practicum is a vital learning experience where students can integrate and apply their professional knowledge, skills and abilities in a work integrated learning environment. Students will learn to apply scientific methodology and experimentation within a laboratory setting and to be able to communicate their findings in both written and oral forms. The course is available only to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students.

  HLTH3003 Biomedical Science Practicum B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3002 Biomedical Science Practicum A
  This course is designed to develop practical and theoretical skills that will enable students to work as a Biomedical Scientist. Students are required to complete 150 hours of practicum work in an approved area related to Biomedical Science. The Practicum is a vital learning experience where students can integrate and apply their professional knowledge, skills and abilities in a work integrated learning environment. Students will learn to apply scientific methodology and experimentation within a laboratory setting and to be able to communicate their findings in both written and oral forms. The course is available only to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students.

  HLTH3004 Biomedical Science Techniques and Practicum
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  This course is designed to develop practical and theoretical skills that will enable students to work as a Biomedical Scientist. Students will develop their professional profile and will refine and enhance vital laboratory skills and industry relevant techniques. They will carry out a scientific project under the supervision of Biomedical Science staff. Students will learn to apply scientific methodology and experimentation and will communicate their findings in both written and oral forms.

  HLTH3005 Clinical and Applied Neuroscience
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2002 Cellular and Systems Neuroscience
  In this course, you will build on your foundational neuroscience knowledge and apply it to a clinical neuroscience setting. This course will provide an advanced coverage of major systems of the brain and how they are involved in both normal and abnormal functioning. You will explore the clinical presentation of common disorders affecting the nervous system, including, but not limited to Alzheimer's disease, psychiatric disorders, addiction, Parkinson's disease, neurotrauma, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. The current clinical treatment and management of common neurological disorders will be explained and links to ongoing translational research highlighted.

  HLTH3006 Drug Innovation, Delivery and Evaluation
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2004 The Pathological Basis of Human Disease OR HLTH2002 Cellular and Systems Neuroscience AND HLTH3400 Human Genetics
  The course will examine how understanding mechanisms of disease have propelled new opportunities for drug development and innovation. Students will examine how drug design and discovery have been executed and translated into clinical practice. Topics covered include novel drug delivery systems, the importance of chemical structure, drug metabolism and the key role the pharmaceutical industry plays in addressing global issues. There will be a particular focus on the importance of utilising scientific research to improve trial design and patient outcomes.

  HLTH3007 Health Education 1
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1006 Health issues and Preventative Approaches 
  This course introduces Health Education teaching methods and is appropriate for both primary and secondary education students. The course is designed to develop pre-service teachers' knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary for the successful implementation of Health and Physical Education programs in schools considering AITSL standards. The course will place emphasis on the methodology involved in the delivery of Health Education as well as developing a sound knowledge base about current health issues linked with the curriculum framework and student outcomes in health. Students will demonstrate their capacity to implement appropriate teaching methods for a variety of topics through peer teaching and self reflection. Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore health programs, projects and resources that significantly influence the nature of Health Education.

  HLTH3008 Preventative Health Industry Internship 3
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2006 Preventive Health Industry Internship 2
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant health promotion settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or full or part-day periods for the whole academic year. Students enrolled in the Preventive Health Industry Internship course are required to complete 150 hours over 1 year in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3009 Preventative Health Industry Internship 4
  Pre-requisites: HLTH3008 Preventive Health Industry Internship 3
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant health promotion settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or full or part-day periods for the whole academic year. This course is only available for students completing the Bachelor of Preventive Health. Students enrolled in the Preventive Health Industry Internship course are required to complete 150 hours over 1 year in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3010 Biomedical Science Practicum
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  This course is designed to develop practical and theoretical skills that will enable students to work as a Biomedical Scientist. Students are required to complete 150 hours of practicum work in an approved area related to Biomedical Science. The Practicum is a vital learning experience where students can integrate and apply their professional knowledge, skills and abilities in a work integrated learning environment. Students will learn to apply scientific methodology and experimentation within a laboratory setting and to be able to communicate their findings in both written and oral forms. The course is available only to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students.

  HLTH3011 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 3A
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2008 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2A AND HLTH1920 Introduction to Teaching and Learning in an Experiential Context (BHPE only) AND HLTH4206 Outdoor Education (BHPE only) AND HLTH2012 Introduction to Roping and Challenging Courses
  The aim of this course is to further develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the outdoor education and outdoor recreation industry. Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their third year of study. Students will participate in a variety of activities, programs and expeditions run by schools, private outdoor recreation and education centres, government and non government organisations. This experiential course is completed in the recreation industry with work placement being under the supervision of outdoor recreation professionals. In addition the course will comprise activities in career planning and professional development. The objectives in continuing industry practicum are that students maintain the relevant certifications required by industry standards to engage in safe practice. Accordingly, students need to maintain current certifications in: Aquatic Rescue Qualification (ARQ) or equivalent and Wilderness First Aid. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation course are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. The course is available only to Health Science students.

  HLTH3012 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 3B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3011 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 3A
  The aim of this course is to further develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the outdoor education and outdoor recreation industry. Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their third year of study. Students will participate in a variety of activities, programs and expeditions run by schools, private outdoor recreation and education centres, government and non government organisations. This experiential course is completed in the recreation industry with work placement being under the supervision of outdoor recreation professionals. In addition the course will comprise activities in career planning and professional development. The objectives in continuing industry practicum are that students maintain the relevant certifications required by industry standards to engage in safe practice. Accordingly, students need to maintain current certifications in: Aquatic Rescue Qualification (ARQ) or equivalent and Wilderness First Aid. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation course are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. The course is available only to Health Science students.

  HLTH3013 Expedition Planning and Implementation
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2010 Expeditions on Land AND HLTH2011 Expeditions on Water AND HLTH2012 Introduction to Roping and Challenging Courses
  This course requires the student to plan, implement and debrief an expedition of their (group) choice in a pursuit either land or water-based. The expedition must be a minimum of 5 days and four nights in duration. Students are required to submit a full expedition
  proposal/manual including all organizational, administrative and risk management details 5 weeks prior to the departure of the expedition. Students will be required to submit a comprehensive log book/journal/personal performance and conduct a presentation of
  their (group) expedition.

  HLTH3014 Data Analysis and Experimental Design
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1150 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences
  This course provides an introduction to the iterative nature of scientific investigation. Students will gain a greater understanding of experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of results in research. Basic statistical analyses will be covered; hypothesis development, central tendency, probability, analysis of variance, correlation, regression significance testing and non-parametric statistics.

  HLTH3015 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will examine the function, sources and absorption of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, major minerals, water and electrolytes, and the role these play in balanced nutrition. Additionally, this course will investigate dietary requirements through the life cycle, the requirements of athletes and those engaged in regular physical activity, the influence dietary habits may have on the onset of diseased conditions and other contemporary issues in nutrition. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to research and present a topic related to nutrition, wellness and physical performance. These topical presentations will provide a valuable resource, enhancing teaching and instruction in schools and in the community. This knowledge will provide skills that enable the student to analyse the appropriateness of various diets and food habits and determine and apply nutritional strategies that are effective in promoting health and wellness, decrease the incidence of disease conditions and optimise performance during physical activity.

  HLTH3016 Integrated Practice in Exercise & Sport Science
  Co-requisite: HLTH3015 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
  This is the capstone course of the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science. The reflection and application of previous program content will allow students to develop an integrated, multifaceted understanding of exercise and sport science in both a clinical and performance setting. Successful completion of this course will see students apply their knowledge to case study-based assessment which reflects their understanding of important compulsory courses including exercise physiology, biomechanics, and strength and conditioning to guide a best-practice industry application.

  HLTH3017 Exercise Physiology for Special Populations
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology AND HLTH1008 Exercise Health and Disease
  This course will develop the students’ knowledge, understanding and competencies in exercise applications for various special groups within the community including individuals with movement disorders, for pregnant women and for those undergoing injury rehabilitation. The course will also examine the factors that may influence exercise participation, health and sports injury rehabilitation. Students will develop skills that enable effective exercise programming and interventions for these groups of individuals.

  HLTH3018 Advanced Biomechanics
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2018 Exercise Biomechanics
  This course will develop the biomechanical skills of students in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science course beyond what they learn in the introductory biomechanics course. In particular their ability to quantify human movement and interpret their findings as they relate to improving sports performance and injury prevention will be advanced. There will also be an emphasis on mechanical analysis of human movement requiring students to develop their numerical skills.

  HLTH3019 Exercise & Sport Science Professional Practice
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2412 Exercise Prescription and Delivery
  This course comprises of activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant exercise and sport science settings under the supervision of suitably qualified and accredited professionals in the exercise and sport sciences domains. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. The practicum requires the student to complete 150 hours across the academic year. This incorporates such aspects as functional capacity assessment, competency in prescribing and modifying exercise protocols for apparently healthy people. Students wishing to specialise in the sport sciences domain may complete their practicum working with sporting teams or elite athletes under the supervision of an ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist.

  HLTH3020 Human Performance Studies
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2200 - Physiology of Training and Environmental Extremes AND HLTH3401 - Exercise Biomechanics
  This course will promote the integration of core competencies related to exercise physiology, physiology of training, biomechanics and skill performance within a sporting context. Students will develop the ability to apply these key competency areas in application and practice in sport science.

  HLTH3100 Immunology
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1005 Cellular Biology and Genetics
  This course will build upon prior information learnt in other biomedical science courses, e.g. molecular and cell biology, microbiology and biochemistry.  This course will focus on the cellular and molecular basis of the immune system. The antigen-specific immune response will be considered in depth. The course will cover aspects of development and differentiation of B and T lymphocytes, antigen processing and presentation, lymphocyte activation and immune regulation. Topics for further study will be selected from: immunotherapy, autoimmunity, transplantation, immunodeficiency, mucosal immunity, lymphoproliferative diseases, cytokines, tumour immunology, and viral immunology.

  HLTH3101 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will examine the function, sources and absorption of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, major minerals, water and electrolytes, and the role these play in balanced nutrition. Additionally, this course will investigate dietary requirements through the life cycle, the requirements of athletes and those engaged in regular physical activity, the influence dietary habits may have on the onset of diseased conditions and other contemporary issues in nutrition. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to research and present a topic related to nutrition, wellness and physical performance. These topical presentations will provide a valuable resource, enhancing teaching and instruction in schools and in the community. This knowledge will provide skills that enable the student to analyse the appropriateness of various diets and food habits and determine and apply nutritional strategies that are effective in promoting health and wellness, decrease the incidence of disease conditions and optimise performance during physical activity.

  HLTH3200 Pathology
  Pre-requisites:  HLTH1030 Anatomy & Physiology of Body Systems and HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  This course is designed to introduce students to fundamental concepts in general and systemic pathology. Students will undertake study in cell and tissue injury and the body's reaction to injury. The biological processes associated with ageing and neoplasia will be discussed.  The applications of the core concepts of general pathology such as necrosis, cellular adaptation, inflammation and thrombosis will be addressed in systemic pathology.

  HLTH3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods
  Pre-requisite: BHPE students only.
  Outdoor Education involves small groups of people participating in organized adventurous activities in natural settings and who primarily use themselves as the resource for solving problems. It is education conducted in and through the outdoors based on experiential education and wilderness philosophies and concepts of group encounter, indigenous knowledge, risk and challenge. This course is designed for teachers, youth leaders, and others who will coordinate outdoor education experiences for school or community groups. The course will cover the philosophical, theoretical, morals, values and the contexts within which outdoor education occurs, including urban and wilderness settings.

  HLTH3210 Exercise Physiology for Special Populations
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1100 Exercise Physiology
  This course will develop the students’ knowledge, understanding and competencies in exercise applications for various special groups within the community including individuals with movement disorders, for pregnant women and for those undergoing injury rehabilitation.  The course will also examine the factors that may influence exercise participation, health and sports injury rehabilitation. Students will develop skills that enable effective exercise programming and interventions for these groups of individuals.

  HLTH3250 Infectious Disease
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2300 Microbiology and HLTH3100 Immunology
  The course will examine the inter-relationship between microbes and the human body.  It will examine the importance of the microbiota and how microbial pathogens specifically exploit the immune system to prevent their detection and elimination. Special attention will be paid to four common pathogens, HIV, Malaria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Influenza virus as these represent significant challenges to immunologists and clinicians as they lead to the death of millions of people throughout the world each year. We will also investigate the strategies for designing vaccines for these specific pathogens.
  This course will build upon prior information learnt in other biomedical science courses, e.g. microbiology, immunology, biochemistry and pathology.

  HLTH3300 Adapted and Inclusive Practice for Physical Education
  Pre-requisites: HLTH1001 Physical Activity and Health (BOR Student), HLTH1202 Physical Performance Lab 2 (BHPE students only)
  In this course students will identify and develop learning, teaching and assessment skills to support the various needs of people with sensory, physical and intellectual disabilities during physical activity sessions in educational settings.  The students will participate in practical activities that require them to plan, modify or adapt physically active learning experiences, as well as develop a deep understanding of the aetiology of, and specific limitations related to different disabilities.

  HLTH3310 Reproductive Biology
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems and BIOL1250 Molecular & Cellular Biology
  This course is designed to introduce to students fundamental concepts of basic and clinical reproductive biology. Students will undertake study in early embryonic development including genetic determinants and sexual differentiation through to adult reproductive life, pregnancy, lactation and menopause. The common abnormalities and disease processes affecting the reproductive system will be addressed as well as laboratory procedures and investigations. There will be emphasis on recent advances in reproduction in areas such as prenatal testing, immunology and molecular biology of reproduction. The bioethical problems surrounding issues such as stem cell research and reproductive technology will be discussed.

  HLTH3400 Human Genetics
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2210 Biochemistry
  Human genetics & evolution focuses on three main areas of study: the structure, organisation and expression of the human genome, the human gene mutations, and human genome evolution.  This includes the major features of the human genome, Mendelian inheritance, linkage analysis, proteomics, DNA cloning, genetics and cancer, genomic diversity, human ancestry and migration of Homo sapiens.  The course will develop in students a range of theoretical and practical skills that form an appropriate basis for subsequent professional development.

  HLTH3401 Exercise Biomechanics
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1010 Applications of Functional Anatomy to Physical Education
  This course will examine the kinematic and kinetic variables that impact on movement during physical activity and sport. Additionally, the course will examine the forces acting on and applied by the body that may determine movement outcomes and identify factors and teaching implications that promote efficiency of movement. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to relate theoretical components to applied situations that will assist in the development of teaching strategies and appropriate skills practices.

  HLTH3410 Advanced Biomechanics
  Pre-requisite course HLTH3401: Exercise Biomechanics
  This course will develop the biomechanical skills of students in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science course beyond what they learn in the introductory biomechanics course. In particular their ability to quantify human movement and interpret their findings as they relate to improving sports performance and injury prevention will be advanced. There will also be an emphasis on mechanical analysis of human movement requiring students to develop their numerical skills.

  HLTH3450 Neuroscience
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1030 Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
  This course introduces to students a more detailed study of the mammalian nervous system building on prior knowledge acquired in the previous studies. The course will cover the structure and function of neurons, the different functional neuronal subsystems and introduce basic concepts in the development of neural structures.

  HLTH3505 Outdoor Recreation Industry Internship
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2502 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2B
  The aim of this course is to further develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the outdoor education and outdoor recreation industry.  Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their third year of study. Students will participate in a variety of activities, programs and expeditions run by schools, private outdoor recreation and education centres, government and non government organisations. This experiential course is completed in the recreation industry with work placement being under the supervision of outdoor recreation professionals. This course also comprises activities in career planning and professional development. The objectives in continuing industry practicum are that students maintain the relevant certifications required by industry standards to engage in safe practice. Accordingly, students need to maintain current certifications in Aquatic Rescue Qualification (ARQ) or equivalent and Wilderness First Aid Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation course are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. The course is available only to Health Science students enrolled in the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation.

  HLTH3506 Health Promotion Industry Internship
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2505 Preventive Health Industry Practicum 2B
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant health promotion settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or full or part-day periods for the whole academic year. This course is only available for students completing the Bachelor of Preventive Health.  Students enrolled in the HLTH3506 are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3507 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Internship
  Pre-requisites: SRM students: HPE2503 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 2
  BCom(Mjr SRM) students: Completion of min 400 cps, with at least 4 of these courses relevant to the SRM major
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant recreation and sport settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or part-day periods for the whole academic year. Students enrolled in the HPE 3507 are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3508 Health Promotion Industry Internship A
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisites: HLTH2505 Preventive Health Industry Practicum 2B
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant health promotion settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or full or part-day periods for the whole academic year.
  Students enrolled in the Preventive Health Industry Internship course are required to complete 150 hours over 1 year in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3509 Health Promotion Industry Internship B
  Discontinued from 31/12/2024
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3508 Preventive Health Industry Internship A
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant health promotion settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or full or part-day periods for the whole academic year. This course is only available for students completing the Bachelor of Preventive Health.
  Students enrolled in the Preventive Health Industry Internship course are required to complete 150 hours over 1 year in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3510 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Internship A
  Pre-requisite: HLTH2412 (Exercise Prescription and Delivery)
  HLTH3510 comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant exercise and sport science settings under the supervision of suitably qualified and accredited professionals in the exercise and sport sciences domains. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. The practicum requires the student to complete 100 hours practicum. This incorporates such aspects as functional capacity assessment, competency in prescribing and modifying exercise protocols for apparently healthy people. Students wishing to specialise in the sport sciences domain may complete their practicum working with sporting teams or elite athletes under the supervision of an ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist.

  HLTH3511 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Internship B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3510 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Internship A
  HLTH3510/11 comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant exercise and sport science settings under the supervision of suitably qualified and accredited professionals in the exercise and sport sciences domains. Compulsory lectures on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. The practicum requires the student to complete 100 hours practicum. This incorporates such aspects as functional capacity assessment, competency in prescribing and modifying exercise protocols for apparently healthy people. Students wishing to specialise in the sport sciences domain may complete their practicum working with sporting teams or elite athletes under the supervision of an ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist.

  HLTH3514 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Internship A
  Pre-requisite: SRM students: HLTH2512 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 2B. BCom (Mjr SRM) students: Completion of min 400 cps, with at least 4 of these courses relevant to the SRM major
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant recreation and sport settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or part-day periods for the whole academic year.
  Students enrolled in the course are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3515 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Internship B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3514 Sport & Recreation Management Industry Internship A
  This course comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant recreation and sport settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the course coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or part-day periods for the whole academic year.
  Students enrolled in the course are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil course requirements.

  HLTH3600 Sports Event Management for Teachers
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1202 Physical Performance Laboratory II
  This course will provide students with both practical and theoretical exposure to the planning, promotion and administration of a wide variety of sporting events in both primary and secondary school settings.  Events covered range from traditional sports carnival, whole school field days, inter school competitions to interstate events.

  HLTH3610 Community Approaches to Health Promotion
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1620 Health Issues and Preventive Approaches
  Environmental and mass media approaches to Health Promotion, explored in HLTH1620 and HLTH2620 are often used as a base to set and support community based health promotion. The primary purpose of community approaches to health promotion is to empower individuals and communities to gain control over the determinants of their own health. This is achieved through capacity building, forming mutually beneficial partnerships, community organisation, community development and community participation. This course will explore these aspects of community based health promotion with specific reference to the aged, youth and disabled. Specific community based health promotion projects such as 'Safe Seniors', 'Gone Fishing' and 'Just Walk It' will be drawn upon as exemplars. Skills, tools and competencies required for working in community based health promotion will also be explored. This course may be taken as an elective by students in other Colleges with the permission of the course coordinator.

  HLTH3620 Health Sciences Research
  Pre-requisite: HLTH1620 Health Issues and Preventive Approaches
  Evaluation is a fundamental part of any health promotion project. It provides a systematic assessment of the degree to which an intervention is meeting its objectives. In applying evaluation in an integrated manner, programs can achieve greater success in meeting desired aims and provide greater understanding about what changed and how that change came about. This course will explore different evaluation methods and how to develop evaluations for specific purposes.  It will also examine how building evaluation into health promotion activities allows the health promotion practitioner to determine how to develop an intervention best suited to the circumstances, how the intervention worked in practice, who benefited and how and what should be done differently next time. A range of health promotion research and evaluated projects such as The School Health and Alcohol Harm Reduction Project, Leavers Live and the Gatehouse Project will be drawn upon as exemplars along with projects studied in HLTH1620, HLTH2620 and HLTH3610. Skills, tools and competencies required for evaluating health promotion projects will also be explored.

  HLTH3700 The Australian Sports System
  Explores the historical, social and political aspects of the current organisational structure of sport fitness and recreation in Australia in both the non-Government and Government Sectors.  Emphasis will be on understanding the key relationships within and between sectors; sport and recreation planning processes in local government; funding and sponsorship; the relationship with other stakeholders such as the media; impact of professional sport on grassroots sport; and sports policy challenges.

  HLTH3800 Physical Education Teaching Methods
  Pre-requisite: EDUC2894 School Experience 1: Health and Physical Education, HLTH2204 Physical Performance Lab 4
  This course is a prerequisite for EDUC3894 School Experience II and compulsory for students studying the Bachelor of Health and Physical Education.  This course consolidates Physical Education teaching methods and is appropriate for both primary and secondary education students. This course will explore the spectrum of teaching styles that can be used in physical education, develop an appreciation of their effectiveness in varying settings, model these styles and demonstrate teaching strategies suitable for both the gymnasium and outdoor settings.  Students will demonstrate their capacity to select and implement appropriate teaching methods for a variety of sports and physical activity through peer teaching and critical self reflection.

• Level 4 courses: HLTH Health Sciences (4000 level)

  HLTH4000 Health Education Method 2
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3000 Health Education Method 1
  This course will explore the social view of health, the interaction of its multiple determinants enabling students to understand that the changing nature of these interactions can have a significant affect on the health on adolescents and respond in ways that promote and protect health for all. Health issues are ever changing and this course will emphasise the use of an inquiry process as a framework to define and explore current and future health issues. This course will also emphasise the role that health education in schools has in responding to adolescent health issues and promoting health by exploring best practice classroom based and whole of school approaches. Although this course will promote social and emotional well being, students will address mental health issues such as loss and grief; depression, eating disorders and other mental illnesses; drug education, specifically illicit drug education; and healthy relationship education. Students will explore and familiarise themselves with appropriate resources available in Western Australian schools that address these issues. They will also participate in the interactive modelling of classroom-based activities from these resources.

  HLTH4001 Supervised Honours Biomedical Science
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4002 Supervised Honours Biomedical Science
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4005 Supervised Honours - Health Promotion
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4006 Supervised Honours - Health Promotion
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4007 Supervised Honours - Health Promotion
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4010 Supervised Honours Health Science
  The purpose of the course is to teach students advanced research skills including design, planning and implementation of a research project and data analysis. The course is also designed to enhance communication skills in both oral and written forms. Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances, concepts and to frame research questions. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will present their research findings in a final seminar to the school of health sciences.  The student will work with the supervisor to translate the key findings from the thesis into peer reviewed publications.

  HLTH4013 Honours Research Biomedical Science Part A
  Co-requisite: HLTH4400 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances and contemporary concepts to frame research questions.  Subsequently they will apply an advanced ethically approved research design to implement a research project and then communicate this plan through oral and written forms.

  HLTH4014 Honours Research Biomedical Science Part B
  Co-requisite: HLTH4400 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  Students will employ their approved research plan to collect and analyse data. Skills in qualitative/qualitative analysis will be used to derive meaningful results in accordance with the research question. The rigour of the research design, analysis, interpretation and contribution to the field will then be demonstrated through the production of a thesis and associated oral presentation.

  HLTH4015 Honours Research Part A
  Co-requisite: HLTH4400Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances and contemporary concepts to frame research questions. Subsequently they will apply an advanced ethically approved research design to implement a research project and then communicate this plan through oral and written forms.

  HLTH4016 Honours Research Part B
  Pre-requisite: HLTH4015 Honours Research Part A
  Students will employ their approved research plan to collect and analyse data. Skills in qualitative/qualitative analysis will be used to derive meaningful results in accordance with the research question.  The rigour of the research design, analysis, interpretation and contribution to the field will then be demonstrated through the production of a thesis and associated oral presentation.

  HLTH4017 Honours Research Health Promotion Part A
  Co-requisite: HLTH4400Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances and contemporary concepts to frame research questions.  Subsequently they will apply an advanced ethically approved research design to implement a research project and then communicate this plan through oral and written forms.

  HLTH4018 Honours Research Health Promotion Part B
  Pre-requisite: PHTY4017 Honours Research Health Promotion Part A
  Students will employ their approved research plan to collect and analyse data. Skills in qualitative/qualitative analysis will be used to derive meaningful results in accordance with the research question.  The rigour of the research design, analysis, interpretation and contribution to the field will then be demonstrated through the production of a thesis and associated oral presentation.

  HLTH4019 Honours Research Health and Physical Education Part A
  Co-requisite: HLTH4400 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  Students will undertake a critical appraisal of the literature in their chosen field of study with the purpose of identifying recent advances and contemporary concepts to frame research questions.  Subsequently they will apply an advanced ethically approved research design to implement a research project and then communicate this plan through oral and written forms.

  HLTH4020 Honours Research Health and Physical Education Part B
  Pre-requisite HLTH4019 Honours Research Health and Physical Education Part A
  Students will employ their approved research plan to collect and analyse data. Skills in qualitative/qualitative analysis will be used to derive meaningful results in accordance with the research question.  The rigour of the research design, analysis, interpretation and contribution to the field will then be demonstrated through the production of a thesis and associated oral presentation.

  HLTH4206 Outdoor Education
  Pre-requisite: HLTH3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods. BHPE students only
  This course consolidates information presented in HLTH3205. This course requires students to design and manage an expedition of a minimum duration of three days and two nights.  Students are required to set specific suitable expedition goals and design and deliver an effective program. Students are required to submit an expedition proposal including all organisational, administrative and risk management details two weeks prior to the departure of the expedition. Students will be required to submit a comprehensive log book and conduct a presentation on the completion of their expedition.

  HLTH4400 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics & Ethics in Health Science
  This course develops more advanced knowledge of research processes in health sciences with specific orientation into the research domain the student will be researching. Students will be introduced to more advanced quantitative research designs and statistical procedures related to these designs. An understanding of statistical power and effect size will enable estimation of sample size for research projects. Students will be expected to achieve a working knowledge of the common statistical procedures using SPSS.

  HLTH4900 Reading and Conference
  This course will develop an understanding of the applied research process linked to the development of a student thesis research proposal. Skills pertaining to the gathering, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of research findings will be developed to a high standard. This course will develop within the student the capacity to extensively gather and analyse existing information and to disseminate new data and knowledge in the research context through the written and seminar format.

• Level 6 courses: HLTH Health Sciences (6000 level)

  HLTH6000 Supervised Dissertation Biomedical Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree.  The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6001 Supervised Dissertation Biomedical Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise science degree. The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution. Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar. The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6002 Supervised Dissertation Biomedical Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree.  The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6003 Supervised Dissertation Biomedical Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree.  The master of exercise science course comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6004 Supervised Dissertation Health Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree. The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form. At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6005 Supervised Dissertation Health Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree. The Master of Exercise Science course comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6006 Supervised Dissertation Health Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree.  The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6007 Supervised Dissertation Health Science
  The supervised dissertation course is undertaken as part of the Master of Exercise Science degree.  The Master of Exercise Science program comprises both course work and a research component.  In the supervised dissertation course the student will need to display a level of independence to design, develop and execute a research project that will lead to an original contribution to the field or area of professional practice.  Students have to undertake a thorough literature review of the research topic to identify the major gaps in the field of knowledge that make the project a novel contribution.  Students have to present a research proposal to the School of Health Sciences in both oral and written form.  At the completion of the research project the student will present a thesis for examination and will give a final seminar.  The student will work with the supervisor to publish key findings in peer reviewed journal articles.

  HLTH6008 Multidimensional Coaching Practice
  This course examines coaching through interdisciplinary approaches to the coaching process including the ability to recognise and develop current coaching practice and  philosophies. Specifically, students will examine pedagogical, psychological, and motor learning disciplinary knowledge and evaluate its role in coaching and athlete performance. Students will apply analytical and reflective skills to develop their own philosophy and evaluate and improve their own coaching practices.

  HLTH6009 Performance Technology and Analysis for Coaches
  This course will allow students to collect real-time data from a number of commonly-used devices in elite sport, identify the most relevant information from large amounts of data, and develop the skills required to critically analyse the data using contemporary software platforms to develop optimal training programs and enhance athlete and team performance. The use of technology in sport to measure performance has risen in popularity due to ease of accessibility, lower cost, and reduction in size. Athletes and teams are always looking to gain a competitive edge over their rivals, and the ability of a coach to collect, analyse, identify, and effectively disseminate the most important data to other coaches and their athletes is a highly desirable skill.

  HLTH6010 Leadership and Culture in Sport
  Leadership is the key to a successful organisation. This course will provide students with a clear understanding of the important contribution culture and leadership plays in holistic athlete centred approaches to coaching. A focus will be on the key contributors to positive sporting club culture. This will include critical analysis of leadership styles and values in sporting settings, emotional intelligence and equitable practice regarding gender, race and other social issues, with an emphasis on developing socially responsible leaders.

  HLTH6011 Professional Practice in High Performance Sport
  This course develops student’s professional skills and business understanding in high-performance sport. Students will complete a series of practicum observations in the high-performance coaching environment across various sports/athlete groups. Further, students will examine the fundamentals of sports business and management to better prepare for working within the professional sport setting. For the final component, students will develop the essential skills required to support athletes experiencing a mental health problem or crisis via completion of the internationally acclaimed Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training.

  HLTH6012 Applications of Strength and Conditioning
  This course will provide an examination of physiological adaptions associated with various forms of athletic programing. Reflecting current trends in programming and exercise prescription this course will also explore evidence based practice designed to enhance the development of different athletic attributes within various athletic populations and settings. As part of this course, students will learn and demonstrate practical skills associated with athletic programming and communication in a sporting environment.

  HLTH6013 Integrated Approaches to Athlete Health and Performance
  This course will explore three core components within high performance sport; injury prevention, athlete recovery and performance nutrition. Students will develop an understanding of common approaches and applied methods in each distinct component. Further, students will critically analyse research investigating specific techniques in order to evaluate the impact of these on athlete health and performance. This course equips students with a sound understanding of key scientific principles and current evidence-based methodologies within each domain, with the ultimate goal of optimising athlete’s health, wellness and long-term performance.

  HLTH6014 Evidence Based Coaching Practice
  Strong theoretical knowledge and evidence based decision making should be adopted by practitioners to optimise athletes and/or teams for success. This course aims to provide students with a research-based learning experience, which involves the opportunity to investigate an area of relevance to the industry. Students will research a topic of interest, critically analyse relevant theories, concepts and/or data, and communicate the outcomes and its application in a meaningful way to a variety of audiences. Students will apply knowledge and skills developed in previous courses to address a specific area of interest, with the results of their enquiry communicate to a broad audience.

  HLTH6990 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics and Ethics in Health Science
  This course develops more advanced knowledge of research processes in health science with specific orientation into the research domain the student will be researching. Students will be introduced to more advanced research designs and statistical procedures related to these designs. An understanding of statistical power and effect size will enable estimation of sample size for research projects.  Students will be expected to achieve a working knowledge of the common statistical procedures using SPSS.  An understanding of the NHMRC guidelines for the conduct of human research will be a key to developing an Human Ethics proposal for their intended research project. Students will work closely with their academic supervisor in the development of the research topic.

Discipline of Physiotherapy

• Level 1 courses: PHTY Physiotherapy (1000 level)

  PHTY1004 Movement Sciences for Physiotherapy
  Pre-requisite: PHTY1005 Anatomy of the Neuromusculoskeletal System A
  This course develops knowledge and skills foundational to the assessment, diagnosis and management of movement disorders as a physiotherapist. Knowledge of kinesiology, biomechanics, anatomy and physiology is developed in the context of clinical practice. The course will also focus on the physiology of the neuromusculoskeletal system, specifically normal human movement. Pathology affecting these body systems will be introduced to develop basic skills in managing movement disorders as physiotherapists in clinical practice.

  PHTY1005 Functional anatomy for Physiotherapy A
  This course allows students the opportunity to gain a detailed appreciation of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology, including biomechanics) of the human body and the interrelationships at the organismal, system, organ, tissue, cellular and chemical levels of structural organisation within the nervous, muscular, connective tissue (including skeletal and articular) and epithelial systems. Emphasis is on bones and bony features, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons, collagenous fascia, nerves, arteries and veins, of the lower limb and vertebral column. Structure and function of the organs of the abdominopelvic cavity are also considered. The interaction between sensation, spinal reflexes, integration and control within the neuromusculoskeletal systems in the production of complex movement is investigated. Students will use various learning methods: cadaveric prosections; electronic media; models; texts/atlases; and medical imaging. Practical application of anatomical knowledge is reinforced by biomechanical analysis of functional activities/movements/postures. Students build on theoretical knowledge by participating in weekly surface anatomy laboratories, developing advanced skills in clinical application of knowledge. The intimate relationship that exists between structure and function at various levels of structural organisation is the underlying theme throughout the course.

  PHTY1006 Functional anatomy for Physiotherapy B
  Pre-requisite: PHTY1005 Functional anatomy for Physiotherapy A
  This course allows students the opportunity to gain a detailed appreciation of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology, including biomechanics) of the human head and neck, upper limb, thorax and nervous system. Emphasis is on bones and bony features, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons, collagenous fascia, nerves and nervous tissue, arteries and veins. The structure, course and distribution of cranial nerves and the brachial plexus and its nerves are studied in detail. Functional implications of lesions at specific locations within this neural tissue are critically appraised, as are those caused by loss (through, for example, neurotrauma or pathology) of specific parts of the central nervous system. Students will use various learning methods: cadaveric prosections; electronic media; models; texts/atlases; and medical imaging. Practical application of anatomical knowledge is reinforced by biomechanical analysis of functional activities/movements/postures, particularly those related to the upper limb and the nervous system. Students also build on theoretical knowledge by participating in weekly surface anatomy laboratories, thus developing advanced skills in clinical application of knowledge. The intimate relationship that exists between structure and function at various levels of structural organisation is the underlying theme throughout the course.

  PHTY1007 Medical Science
  Pre-requisite: nil
  This course builds upon the foundational concepts of cell/tissue physiology, pathology, injury, tissue healing and repair. It provides students with detailed knowledge of the patho-physiological responses underlying various conditions commonly encountered by physiotherapists. Areas addressed will include the constructs of cell injury/disease; inflammation; bony trauma and joint pathology; infection and infectious diseases; pulmonary and circulatory disturbances; metabolic disease; neoplasia and pathological basis of mental illness. It also provides students with an introduction to mechanisms of action of selected pharmacological interventions in injury and disease.

  PHTY1008 Therapeutic Exercise After Injury: Physiological and Practical Foundations
  Pre-requisite: PHTY1005 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy A
  In this course, students will develop knowledge and skills in the principles and practice of clinical exercise prescription for patients in pain and who are recovering from injury. This is a foundational Physiotherapy intervention; exercise prescription in this setting is utilised to alleviate pain, promote tissue healing, and restore normal joint and muscle function. Safe and effective delivery of exercise to patients recovering from injury relies on robust technical, practical, and coaching skills. Students will integrate the processes by which exercise influences normal and pathological human physiology within a comprehensive approach to the biopsychosocial context in which the Physiotherapist practices.

• Level 2 courses: PHTY Physiotherapy (2000 level)

  PHTY2000 Research and Evidence in Physiotherapy
  Evidence based practice is a key consideration in contemporary healthcare. Aspiring clinicians will be expected to access and judge the validity of clinical research and implement (or not) assessment and management strategies based upon this judgement. In this course students will gain key knowledge and skills in the assessment and analysis of quantitative and qualitative research design and the factors that influence the implementation of clinical research into practice. Application of this knowledge and these skills will allow for critical assessment of published research papers (evidence) and the conclusions drawn in these papers. Upon completion of this course students will be able to effectively answer critical clinical questions such as “is this therapy effective? What is this patient’s prognosis? Is this diagnostic test accurate? What is important to the patient? And, how does current evidence relate to my patient?”

  PHTY2001 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Lower Limb)
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1005 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy A, PHTY1004 Movement Science for Physiotherapy
  This course is dedicated to musculoskeletal pathologies of the lower limb. The course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of lower limb musculoskeletal pathologies, the physical manifestations of such problems, the clinical reasoning process in clinical assessment and diagnosis, physiotherapy treatment options and rationales for treatment selection. Skills will be developed in biomechanical analysis of static and dynamic postures (e.g. gait), neural examination, joint examination, specific ligamentous stress testing, muscle length and performance, and examination of other specific structures. Specific needs associated with sport, work, other repetitive use and inflammatory and degenerative conditions will be explored. Students will develop the communication and practical skills needed to: competently assess, and safely and effectively treat clients with lower limb musculoskeletal disorders; predict and evaluate outcomes; and develop programs for the prevention of injury or re-injury to the lower limb.

  PHTY2002 Applied Neuroscience
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1006 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy B, PHTY1004 Movement Science for Physiotherapy
  This course aims to develop physiotherapists as movement scientists. This process will be facilitated by introducing the student to the process of deducing clinical implications from theoretical and clinical database material. Students will be exposed to key theoretical information in the neurosciences and the integration of this information into clinical practice. In addition, students will gain insight into the physical, psychological and social influences on pain and movement dysfunction and how these interact and manifest as illness behaviours. The rationales for physiotherapy management of pain and movement dysfunction are considered along with the clinical reasoning process and principles of treatment selection. This knowledge forms the beginnings of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and clinical management of individuals presenting with pain and movement problems.

  PHTY2005 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences I
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1004 Movement Science for Physiotherapy, PHTY1006 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy A, PHTY1007 Medical Sciences
  This course will provide students with an introduction to cardiorespiratory assessment and basic cardiorespiratory physiotherapy treatment techniques. The content in this course of study provides the physiotherapy student with background information and a contextual framework for understanding the cardiorespiratory system in a comprehensive way. This will include elements of cardiovascular and respiratory anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology with relevance to physiotherapy assessment and management. This enables the student physiotherapist to be cognisant of complex physiotherapy actions and to provide rationales that support appropriate decision making and interventions. The knowledge gained from this course of study is essential to ensure competent, safe, knowledgeable, and accurate delivery of care to patients; the ability to interpret and understand medical records and terminology, as well as converse and discuss patient care with all health professionals.

  PHTY2006 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Upper Limb)
  Pre-requisite: PHTY2001 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Lower Limb)
  The course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of upper limb musculoskeletal pathologies, the clinical reasoning process in clinical assessment, diagnosis and management, physiotherapy management options and rationales for management selection.  Skills will be developed in static and dynamic biomechanical analysis, neural tissue examination, joint examination, specific ligamentous stress testing, muscle examination, and examination of other specific structures. Specific needs associated with sport, work, other repetitive use and inflammatory and degenerative conditions will be explored. Students will develop the communication and practical skills needed to competently, safely and effectively assess and manage clients with upper limb musculoskeletal disorders; to predict and evaluate outcomes and to develop programs for the prevention of injury or re-injury to the upper limb.

  PHTY2007 Physiotherapy in Gerontology
  Pre-requisite: PHTY2002 Applied Neuroscience
  This course will provide key concepts and understanding of the functional implications of the ageing process and common pathologies associated with ageing. Students will develop skills and abilities in physiotherapy assessment and client-centred management of the older adult across a variety of clinical settings, including acute, community and long-term care. The student will learn to apply appropriate adaptations and modifications to communication and safe management of the older population while exploring their own attitudes to working with the older adult.

  PHTY2008 Clinical Education I
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2001 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Lower Limb), PHTY2002 Applied Neuroscience, PHTY2010 Principles of Clinical Rehabilitation
  Co-requisites PHTY2005 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences I, PHTY2006 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Upper Limb), PHTY2007 Physiotherapy in Gerontology, PHTY2009 Physiotherapy in Gender Health
  This course prepares students with the required knowledge and skills to be successful in a professional clinical environment. Students will integrate theoretical knowledge into practically based learning experiences. The practicum component allows students to develop their communication, interpersonal and professional skills and begin development of a range of clinically valued skills that will become the foundation for ongoing clinical education.

  PHTY2009 Physiotherapy in Gender Health
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1003 Principles of Clinical Rehabilitation, PHTY1004 Movement Science for Physiotherapy
  This course will develop students’ knowledge in the principles of physiotherapy in relation to conditions that are unique to women (pregnancy and childbirth), more common in women (pelvic floor dysfunction and incontinence, osteoporosis), more serious in women (breast and gynaecological oncology) or require special management in women. The presentation and physiotherapeutic management of pelvic floor dysfunction and surgical management of conditions unique to men will also be considered. Students will develop specific skills and abilities in physiotherapy assessment, intervention and communication in gender health related conditions.

  PHTY2010 Principles of Clinical Rehabilitation
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1004 Movement Science for Physiotherapy, PHTY1005 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy A, PHTY1007 Medical Sciences
  This course provides fundamental concepts in the management of multi-trauma presentation. It includes key aspects of the International Classification of Function, pathophysiology of fractures, arthroplasty, amputations, burns and complex presentations. Students will formulate rehabilitation plans based on valid and appropriate outcome measures and contemporary principles of motor learning. The identification of risks and complications in the rehabilitation setting is emphasised and students will be able to implement effective management strategies.

  PHTY2011 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan I
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2010 Principles of Clinical Rehabilitation
  This course will cover physiotherapy through the lifespan, with a focus on gerontology and women’s health. Students will develop knowledge and skills in physiotherapy assessment and client-centred management across a variety of clinical settings. The student will learn to apply appropriate adaptations and modifications to communication and safe management across a variety of lifespan populations and presentations.

  PHTY2012 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences I
  Pre-requisites: PHTY1006 Functional Anatomy for Physiotherapy B AND PHTY1007 Medical Sciences AND PHTY1008 Therapeutic Exercise after Injury: Physiological and Practical Foundations
  This course will provide students with an introduction to cardiorespiratory assessment and basic cardiorespiratory physiotherapy treatment techniques. The content in this course of study provides the physiotherapy student with background information and a contextual framework for understanding the cardiorespiratory system in a comprehensive way. This will include elements of cardiovascular and respiratory anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology with relevance to physiotherapy assessment and management. This enables the student physiotherapist to be cognisant of complex physiotherapy actions and to provide rationales that support appropriate decision-making and interventions. The knowledge gained from this course of study is essential to ensure competent, safe, knowledgeable, and accurate delivery of care to patients; the ability to interpret and understand medical records and terminology, as well as converse and discuss patient care with all health professionals.

• Level 3 courses: PHTY Physiotherapy (3000 level)

  PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences
  Pre-requisite: PHTY2002 Applied Neuroscience
  This course will provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of assessment procedures and treatment techniques used in the physiotherapy management of individuals with neurological impairment.  Principles of both acute management and rehabilitation of the client with neurological impairment will be studied. Skills in assessment, analysis, problem solving, treatment planning, and handling skills, along with an understanding of outcome measurements will be developed. Students will develop specific knowledge of a variety of neurological disorders.  Specific impairments will be defined and studied and the treatment principles of these impairments reviewed along with current clinical practise and evidence based on research.  An awareness of the role of other members of the health care team will also be fostered.

  PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II
  Pre-requisite: PHTY2005 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences I
  This course will provide students with essential knowledge and skills in the area of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy to underpin preparation for clinical practice. Clinical reasoning, evidence-based and problem-based learning strategies will assist the student with development to entry level competency standard. This course which builds on the introduction to cardiorespiratory assessment and basic cardiorespiratory physiotherapy treatment techniques, which were the focus of the PHTY2005 course.

  PHTY3003 Physiotherapy in Paediatrics
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2009 Physiotherapy in Gender Health, PHTY3000 Musculosketal Physiotherapy (Spinal I), PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences, PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II
  This course will provide the student with core knowledge of neurosensory motor development of posture and movement from infancy through childhood, as well as the most common abnormalities in the neurological, cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal systems associated with compromised movement or function experienced by infants, children and adolescents. The student will develop basic skills in neurodevelopmental assessment, intervention and management of acute and lifelong childhood disability.

  PHTY3004 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal II)
  Pre-requisite: PHTY3000 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal I)
  The course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of the musculoskeletal problems of the cervical spine, thoracic spine and craniomandibular region. This will include the physical manifestations of upper quadrant spinal dysfunction, differential diagnosis within this region, the clinical reasoning, assessment and diagnostic processes relevant to the region, and physiotherapy treatment options and rationales. Specific information, including biomechanical analyses of static and dynamic postures of the upper quadrant, cervical and thoracic segmental joint examination, examination of the nervous system and examination of muscle and motor control will be covered for the cervical and thoracic spines and craniomandibular systems.  In addition, specific needs of specialty areas of work and ergonomics, sport, overuse, poor use and inflammatory and degenerative conditions will be explored, as will be behavioural issues of chronic cervical pain. Students will develop the communication and practical skills needed to competently assess and safely and effectively treat clients with cervical, thoracic and craniomandibular disorders, to predict and evaluate outcomes as well as develop programs for promotion of good musculoskeletal health for the prevention of injury or the prevention of recurrence of injury to the cervical and thoracic spines. The multidisciplinary nature of care of disorders will be discussed and the physiotherapist’s role and responsibilities in the health care team will be explored.

  PHTY3005 Clinical Education II & Practitioner Development
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2008 Clinical Education I, PHTY3000 Musculoskeletal Physiotheray (Spinal I), PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences, PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II
  The course provides students with core competencies in the physiotherapy clinical management of patients presenting within a wide range of community based/primary care settings or specialist settings in a secondary or tertiary hospital. Under supervised practice in these clinical settings students will use evidence based practice to develop skills in professional communication, clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment planning, intervention and evaluation. The requirement exists to integrate all relevant knowledge and skills from the earlier years of the undergraduate program so extension can occur. The learning approach promotes caring attitudes and facilitates the development of ethical and professional behaviours necessary for effective practice as a physiotherapy clinician. These clinical skills provide context for the further exploration of complex concepts pertinent to the individual as a developing practitioner. Contemporary issues such as collaborative models of practice, healthcare provision models, mental health and wellbeing and the physiotherapist as a manager/leader will be considered.

  PHTY3006 Clinical Education II & Advanced Practitioner Development
  (Honours Students Only)
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2000 Research and Evidence in Physiotherapy, PHTY2008 Clinical Education I, PHTY3000 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal I), PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences, PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II
  The course provides students with core competencies in the physiotherapy clinical management of patients presenting within a wide range of community based/primary care settings or specialist settings in a secondary or tertiary hospital. Under supervised practice in these clinical settings students will use evidence based practice to develop skills in professional communication, clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment planning, intervention and evaluation. The requirement exists to integrate all relevant knowledge and skills from the earlier years of the undergraduate program so extension can occur. The learning approach promotes caring attitudes and facilitates the development of ethical and professional behaviours necessary for effective practice as a physiotherapy clinician. These clinical skills provide context for the further exploration of complex concepts pertinent to the individual as a developing practitioner. Contemporary issues such as collaborative models of practice, healthcare provision models, mental health and wellbeing and the physiotherapist as a manager/leader will be considered. Additional learning opportunities in quantitative/qualitative research, project design implementation and management, analytical methods and communication methods further advance the skills and abilities of the developing practitioner.

  PHTY3007 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan II
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2011 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan I
  This course will cover physiotherapy through the lifespan, with a focus on paediatrics. Students will learn the neurosensory motor development of posture and movement and how this relates to common paediatric presentations. Students will develop knowledge and skills in physiotherapy assessment and family-centred management across a variety of clinical settings.

  PHTY3008 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan III
  Pre-requisites: PHTY3007 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan II
  This course will cover physiotherapy through the lifespan, with a focus on gerontology and pelvic health. The introduction of more complex clinical presentations will allow the students to integrate prior knowledge and skills to the management. Students will also learn to contribute to physiotherapy-based health promotion and collaborative management strategies to empower clients to participate in healthcare decisions and behaviours.

  PHTY3009 Clinical Education II and Practitioner Development
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2008 Clinical Education I AND PHTY3000 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal I) AND PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences AND PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II AND PHTY3007 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan II
  The course provides students with core competencies in the physiotherapy clinical management of patients presenting within a wide range of community based/primary care settings or specialist settings in a secondary or tertiary hospital. Under supervised practice in these clinical settings, students will use evidence based practice to develop skills in professional communication, clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment planning, intervention and evaluation. The requirement exists to integrate all relevant knowledge and skills from the earlier years of the undergraduate program so extension can occur. These clinical skills provide context for the further exploration of complex concepts pertinent to the individual as a developing practitioner. Contemporary issues such as collaborative models of practice, healthcare provision models, mental health and wellbeing and the physiotherapist as a manager/leader will be considered.

  PHTY3011 Clinical Education II and Advanced Practitioner Development
  Pre-requisites: PHTY2008 Clinical Education I AND PHTY3000 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Spinal I) AND PHTY3001 Rehabilitation for the Neurosciences AND PHTY3002 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Sciences II AND PHTY3007 Physiotherapy across the Lifespan II
  The course provides students with core competencies in the physiotherapy clinical management of patients presenting within a wide range of community based/primary care settings or specialist settings in a secondary or tertiary hospital. Under supervised practice in these clinical settings students will use evidence based practice to develop skills in professional communication, clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment planning, intervention and evaluation. The requirement exists to integrate all relevant knowledge and skills from the earlier years of the undergraduate program so extension can occur. These clinical skills provide context for the further exploration of complex concepts pertinent to the individual as a developing practitioner. Contemporary issues such as collaborative models of practice, healthcare provision models, mental health and wellbeing and the physiotherapist as a manager/leader will be considered. Additional learning opportunities in quantitative/qualitative research, project design implementation and management, analytical methods and communication methods further advance the skills and abilities of the developing practitioner.